Facing an Ancient God for a Year

Chapter 1685: Chapter 1680: Needle Witch

Ah? Ah—

Sure enough, sincerity moves people’s hearts. Two exclamations, each with a different meaning, appeared almost simultaneously.

”What’s wrong? Don’t you think I have enough enemies?”

Fu Qian had a look that said they were making a fuss over nothing.

”Given your style, I have no doubt about that... but if that’s the case, why not come directly for you instead of bothering Wen Li?”

In the end, Chief Yuan had the composure to speak first, expressing confidence in Fu Qian’s ability to draw grudges, yet did not conceal his doubt.

”It’s simple, they can’t find me, or even confirm my identity, but they suspect there’s something unusual about my relationship with Wen Li.”

Indicating Miss Wen to drink tea and casually refilling her cup, Fu Qian continued to demonstrate his astonishing candor.

Indeed, it was quite unusual, a dignified Second Phase serving tea and pouring water — how many people could enjoy such treatment?

As his gaze swept across Wen Li’s face, Yuan Shan thought quietly.

The expression was so meaningful that Wen Li couldn’t help but show some uneasiness.

But it was clear that although this victim was surprised, she was quick to accept it and wasn’t overly questioning her sanity at this moment.

However, the problem was that for Yuan Shan, who had received an extra piece of key information, the seriousness of the situation increased by more than a notch.

A Night Watchman, for some reason, was targeting his own top strategist on his own turf without any intention of informing him.

And my strategist didn’t mind telling me this at all, completely unafraid that I might join in on the action after knowing.

”So... do you know how you offended that guy?”

Cautiously choosing his words, Yuan Shan’s expression had become unprecedentedly serious.

”I do, a secret that could potentially bring him big trouble.”

Fu Qian remained as composed as ever.

”I see... does the person you suspect have any special abilities?”

Seemingly not particularly surprised by this answer, Yuan Shan murmured to himself and quickly continued to ask.

”Coincidentally, that’s the only thing I do know.”

Fu Qian almost laughed out loud and gestured with his hand the next moment.

”A rag doll, roughly made, but dressed very beautifully, vicious, bloodthirsty, and with considerable stealth ability.”

...

A strategist who can’t prevent their leader from questioning life is never a good strategist.

It’s just that Chief Yuan’s silence this time was a bit lengthy.

So much so that from shock to doubt to embarrassment, Miss Wen finally had to try finding something to do to maintain a calm listener’s posture.

Naturally, Fu Qian was unreserved about this, bluntly handing the pot in his hand to her.

”Thank you...”

Appearing to be awoken by the gentle sound of tea swirling, Yuan Shan glanced at Wen Li, showing an unusual politeness.

”If that’s the case, couldn’t you just show up and spare Wen Li from unnecessary danger?”

With a furrowed brow, she chose to continue reasoning along Fu Qian’s line of thinking and offered a suggestion.

”Unfortunately, if it’s really the situation I’m worried about, I suspect he would eliminate anyone who might know.”

From Yuan Shan’s reaction, it was almost certain the rag doll really sparked associations, even those that aligned with Tan Mingxue’s superior identity.

But Fu Qian still chose slightly softer wording, considering Chief Yuan’s feelings a bit.

The reason he gave was by no means an excuse.

In such high-stakes matters, it’s sure to minimize any risks.

After all, Yuan Shan had mentioned when in the Night Holy City that the Night Watchmen also had different factions internally.

From Xi Yuan’s side’s attempts to make arrangements appear natural, one could see the caution in this regard.

Of course, Yuan Shan’s questioning didn’t mean she didn’t think of this.

It was just because Wen Li was there, she also chose to be tactful.

Actually, that question could be simply translated to—”How severe is the nature of that secret?”

And my answer is ”quite severe.”

”Wen Li, why don’t you take a rest on the side first.”

As it turns out, Yuan Shan was indeed good at accepting advice.

After a little hesitation, she directly took a sip of tea and called Xiao Mingyue, indicating that Wen Li need not worry and take a rest.

”Alright, sorry to trouble you.”

Wen Li, always perceptive, obviously realized early on there was much hidden in the matter, promptly thanked and followed out.

...

”Corin.”

And almost as soon as they went out, Yuan Shan looked at Fu Qian and uttered a name.

”Or you could call her ’Needle Witch,’ Second Order Extraordinary, although she’s a lady younger than our teacher, she belongs to the conservative faction within the Night Watchmen.”

Conservative faction, are you sure?

Chief Yuan’s tone was so assured, it validated that the elements provided indeed fit perfectly, making Fu Qian quite satisfied for a moment.

It’s just about the faction division, he couldn’t help expressing his desire to mock.

If the conservatives are like this, to what extent would the radicals soar?

Additionally, it really turned out to be a Second Order Extraordinary; the Night Watchmen’s talent pool is truly spectacular.

”A Second Phase going to such a small place?”

Not understanding means asking, Fu Qian frowned, expressing his confusion.

Wen Li’s hometown, while lively, wasn’t comparable to Shangjing, and Yuan Shan stationed in Shangjing was merely a demigod.

”I don’t know much about the specifics, I only heard that back then, due to some disputes, she didn’t officially retire, but she did reject most of her duties and even voluntarily withdrew from the Council.”

Yuan Shan slightly shook her head.

”The so-called position was just a nominal designation, fear she wasn’t present most of the time.”

Like when I helped Wen Li ascend to Middle Tier? So at that time, I could actually open Shura Mode and cleanse the Night Watchmen Base?

Clicking his tongue, Fu Qian was leisurely fascinated by this state of underperformance that surpassed the chief.

”Corin’s abilities are quite mysterious; even the teacher doesn’t know much.”

Seeing Fu Qian listening with great interest, without any fear, Yuan Shan sighed with expected breath and continued.

”All I know is, compared to direct combat, she’s better at remote manipulation, cursing, puppetry, parasitism... even utilizing similar means, she is one of the few in the Night Watchmen who can perform spatial transpositions.”

”That’s already a lot.”

Chief Yuan was a bit modest; the things provided so far are enough to imagine the degree of difficulty.

”So what exactly is the secret?”

Yuan Shan clearly didn’t care about this little compliment, the next moment she leaned forward, her nose almost touching Fu Qian’s face, asking the most concerning question.

”So unafraid of death?”

With this, Fu Qian teased with a smile.

”Our old friend Blood Lion recently went to a place called Xi Yuan for a family visit.”